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Des Moines, Iowa

Drake University

Overview

Student Population
4,904
National Rank
#168
Drake University overview
Location Des Moines, Iowa
Online drake.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Drake University overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Religious Affiliation Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Des Moines, Iowa, Drake University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 5,574 prospective students applied, and 3,835 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 761 enrolled in the school.  3,834 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,070 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $41,250 plus fees of $146. Drake is ranked 168 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

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Getting In

Admission Standards
Very High 
Drake University overview
SAT 1170/1410
ACT 24/30
GPA 3.7
Applications Accepted
68.8% 
Drake University overview
Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition
$41,250
Costs for Drake University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,100
Other Fees$146
Room and Board $10,528
Budget for Other Expenses$3,700
Total One Year Cost$56,724
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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years
$68,500 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
75% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Drake University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 39%
Communication 12%
Social Sciences 10%
Education 8%
Biology 6%
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=153269 IPEDS survey data for Drake University.

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